Property Ownership

In North Dakota, the concept of 'surface use agreement' between an oil company and a surface owner addresses:

AOnly the royalty percentage for mineral production
BThe terms under which the oil company may use the surface for access, roads, well pads, and pipelines✓ Correct
COwnership of mineral rights
DThe division of property taxes between surface and mineral owners

Explanation

A surface use agreement is a contract between the mineral lessee (oil company) and the surface owner that specifies how the surface will be used for oil and gas operations, including access routes, damage compensation, and restoration obligations.

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